Graphic Arts Instructor

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Graphic Arts Instructor

Primary Supervisor: Director of Hannibal Career and Technical Center
DURATION: 180 Days
Job Summary: We are seeking a creative and passionate Graphic Arts Teacher to join our
HCTC faculty. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching graphic design
principles, digital art creation, and other graphic arts-related courses to students at the high
school level. The role requires both technical proficiency and artistic creativity, along with a
commitment to fostering a positive learning environment that encourages students' exploration
and development in visual arts and design.
Qualifications: There are two pathways to get certified. Either Job experience or Teacher
Certification. Applicants must meet all certification requirements as set forth by the Department
of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
DESE Requirements for
10.0305/1719100 Graphic Arts
10.0303 Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
50.0402 Commercial Art
50.0406 Commercial Photo
50.0102 3D Modeling and Animation
CTAC (Career Education Temporary Authorization Certificate)
? Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university and four thousand
(4,000) hours of Department-approved, closely related occupational experience obtained
within the past ten (10) Years: or
? Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and five thousand (5,000) hours
of Department-approved, closely related occupational experience within the past ten (10)
years; or
? No degree and six thousand (6,000) hours of Department-approved, closely related
occupational experience obtain with the past ten (10) years.
Once met CTAC, apply for upgrade to ICEC (Initial Career Education Certificate)
Upgrade from ICEC to CCPS (Career Continuous Professional Certificate)
? Complete 4 years of DESE approved teaching
? Participate in district-provided mentoring program for 2 years
? Complete 30 contact hours of professional development for an IPC upgrade; successfully
complete 90 contact hours of professional development for an ICEC upgrade. This may
include college credits (1 semester hour equals 15 contact hours of professional
development.
? Participate in beginning teacher assistance program offered by UCM
? Participate in districts Performance Based Teacher Evaluation process.
? Develop and implement a professional development plan.

Teacher Qualifications:
034353/11.0103 Graphic Arts/Desktop Publishing
? Hold a valid Missouri Professional Teaching License and have Business Education-
COOP, Business Education, or Business EDUC certification. Instructor must pass the
Praxis for Secondary Business Education: Content Knowledge 5101 to become certified
in Business Education unless already Business certified.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Supervision of all students assigned in instructional activities.
2. Plan and implement curriculum to meet competency requirements.
3. Establish learning objectives for each lesson and maintain lesson plans for each instructional
unit.
4. Develop and implement a variety of teaching strategies.
5. Develop and adapt instructional materials and experiences to meet individual student needs.
6. Establish and maintain an effective climate for learning.
7. Maximize use of instructional time.
8. Assess and record student progress on a regular basis through District grading scale.
9. Maintain accurate attendance records on students and follow school procedures for reporting
attendance of students.
10. Enforce safety policies and practices as required by state and federal law and the school
district.
11. Serve as a positive role model and leader for students to follow.
12. Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of the field.
13. Maintain a current and accurate inventory of all equipment, tools, and supplies.
14. Participate in parent conferences, career and technical education department meetings,
interdisciplinary team planning, and IEP meetings
16. Display an ability to interpret and evaluate theories in the field or discipline.
17. Work constantly to instill in students the technical and academic competencies and
employment behavior expected within the specific career field.
18. Develop and maintain a classroom and lab environment conducive to effective learning with
the limits of the resources provided.
19. Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lesson plans.

Marginal Duties:
1. Plan and conduct appropriate education field trips.
2. Maintain appropriate substitute teacher file.
3. Evaluate and recommend instructional aids and textbooks.
4. Must be able to bend, stoop, and kneel for long periods of time.
5. Must attend on-going education (clinics) related to new tool and materials technologies.
6. Organize, attend and participate in Graphic Arts or Business program Advisory Committee
Meetings two times a year.
8. Be an active in student Career and Technical Student Organization.

The preceding job description provides information that is needed to define necessary elements
of this job. Additional duties may be required of this position as assigned